Continuing Education

Thermal Bridging Solutions for Balconies and Masonry Support

Description: The green building movement is gaining momentum worldwide, resulting in stricter regulations regarding the energy efficiency of structures. Conventional construction methods can’t always meet these demands and more innovative and thermally efficient building products are required. This course will focus specifically on thermal bridging, how it affects the overall efficiency of a building, and how it can be effectively addressed.

Presenter Background Information

Name: Chris Hurd, P.E.

Title: Technical Product Manager, Halfen USA

Background

Christopher Hurd is a licensed professional engineer with over 9 years experience as a structural engineer and currently serves as a Technical Product Manager for HALFEN USA, Inc. Chris worked for a consulting firm for 8 years that specialized in dynamic analysis of structures and equipment to resist blast loads from high explosives, vapor cloud explosions and bursting pressure vessels. In his current role with HALFEN USA Chris is tasked with new product development, developing design software, developing technical specifications and code and approval compliance.